I stopped by Zatar + Olive in Davison shortly after they opened, and the first thing you notice…read morewhen you walk in is the smell. The whole place smells like garlic and spices in the best way possible, and everything looked very clean. The staff were friendly and even took time to explain what za'atar seasoning is for people who might not know. The food itself was really good. The chicken shawarma was creamy, smoky, crunchy and flavorful, especially with the tahini added, and the pickled turnips gave it a great crunch and tang. The tabbouleh was very finely chopped with a fresh, bright flavor. The real standout for me though was the falafel. Instead of the usual dense ball of chickpeas, theirs was shaped almost like a donut with a hole in the center. It was really crunchy on the outside and almost creamy inside, which made it easily the best thing I tried. The za'atar fries and large pita chips were also good, and overall the prices were very reasonable. That said, the ordering process felt really disorganized. Someone was taking orders by hand (very kind man literally writing in pen and paper), writing them on a note and handing them to the cook. It seemed like nobody quite knew who was doing what, and several finished orders were sitting while staff tried to figure out whose food they belonged to. Two orders who came in after me actually got their orders before me before the staff realized but it did not deter it from happening multiple times while I sat there. Everyone was friendly, but clearly a little overwhelmed and confused as they tried to confirm which orders were done and who they belonged to and what food I was already packed and what was still outstanding. The layout also adds to the confusion. When you walk in the door you're immediately at the cashier counter, which actually ends up being the end of the line, so you have to walk all the way through to the other side or "front" to start ordering. A lot of people were standing there trying to figure out where the line even started. Seating is very limited inside. There are maybe six small tables where people can sit while waiting for food, but it wouldn't be comfortable for dining in. I'd plan on this being more of a takeout spot. There is an outside patio, and parking is plentiful once you find the entrance. It looks like you should be able to enter the lot from M-15 or State Street, but you actually have to turn onto 3rd Street and come in from the back. They were busy when I went but that was not the reason it took an additional 23 minutes after placing my order before I walked out with my food; this was due to murky processes and disorganization and confusion. That said, for a restaurant that just opened a week or two ago, some growing pains are expected. Overall, Zatar + Olive feels like a promising addition to Davison. The food is flavorful, the prices are fair, and once they get the ordering process and flow figured out, I think it could become a really popular spot.

Tried Zatar & Olive today and sadly it didn't live up to the hype for me. The food itself was good,…read morebut nothing particularly special -- especially with Pita Way just around the corner. The topping options for wraps and bows felt pretty limited- which aren't listed nor can you see behind the counter so you have to ask specifically what's available. I asked if I could add cheese and was told the only option was feta, which was confusing since the menu also has a cheese bread with mozzarella on it. The pricing structure also didn't make much sense. You could add rice or fries inside a pita for $0.99, but a side of rice was $6.99. There's also a combo with fries and a drink for $3.99 extra, but no option to swap fries for rice. Really wasn't trying to spend an extra $7 for a side of rice when my sandwich was $11. The .99 rice inside my pita easily should've been available to be on the side.. A kids menu would also be a nice addition. I know they're a newer business, so maybe they're still figuring things out. The food was good, just not something that stood out enough to make me choose it over other nearby options.

Stopped by La Bodeguita Market in Burton after hearing good things and wanted to share an honest…read moreexperience. The space itself is very clean and they carry a wide variety of authentic-looking items, which I appreciated. Prices were also reasonable. That said, the overall experience was a bit challenging. Communication was difficult, there was a noticeable language barrier, and I had to speak with multiple people just to figure out how to pick up my order. Food-wise, it didn't quite hit the mark. The Cubano sandwich was disappointing, very light on meat, with large chunks instead of the more traditional shredded style, and it came across dry with the bread overpowering everything else. I also tried one of the fried rolled items (similar to a croqueta or tequeño), and it was very greasy with not much flavor. I really wanted to love this place because it has potential and a unique offering for the area, but between the ordering confusion and the food quality, it fell short for me this time.

I've been here many times since they opened. It's clean, well lit, plenty aisle space, and good…read moreselections. There's a delicatessen in the back and it's surprisingly gooood. Still waiting on the ganzitos tho.

It was alright, I personally wouldn't eat here again though. The samosas are mediocre at best and…read morethe sauce with it isn't the tamarind chutney it should be... Maybe that's just a personal preference, I dunno. The service was polite and it is located in the Farmers Market so that's a plus. The market always has great vibes.

Good food! Prices are a little high but worth paying for it. Customer service is pretty good too!read more

Great, cozy family restaurant with prompt, friendly service. I arrived early and was the only…read morepatron at first. Both the server and the chef greeted me good morning. I had the original breakfast skillet with a side of country gravy. Everything was hot and fresh, cooked perfectly. This is a nice breakfast spot, I'll be back. They serve lunch / dinner too and have a kids menu.

Best risotto I've ever had in a restaurant. Nice dining area and quiet, so you can talk.read more

Pros: Food that is excellent, generously portioned, healthy, and quite unique to the area. You also…read moreget freshly baked bread with your meal. The dining area also looks quite nice on the inside, with skylights and plenty of sunlight bouncing around off the white tablecloths Cons: Does not look appealing from the outside

First let me say I was here in the Fall and the food was amazing. We should have been skeptical…read morewhen there was only one car on the parking lot. The place is dirty and needs an exterminator ASAP!! We saw several cockroaches walk by on the ledge while we were waiting for our food. Our server saw me try to capture/kill one with my napkin and eventually stomp on it. She came over and said - I saw you kill a bug would you like to move to a different table. She explained they have been seeing bugs recently due to the warmer weather. But insisted they were butterflies. Ummm NO! We should have just left then, but our food was on the way and we moved tables. (I did see a 3rd one to prompt the move). The food was mediocre at best. Obviously I won't be back, but just wanted to forewarn others of our bad experience. See picture attached.

I really enjoy this spot for lunch. Their chicken lemon rice soup is filling and satisfying for a…read moredecent price. I get the chicken shwarma on occasion and its pretty flavorful. French fries are a generous portion but they put cajun seasoning on them as standard so make sure to ask for it without if that's not your thing. Good beverage selection, love me some Vimto!

I really wanted to like this spot because I try to support downtown Flint. I ordered the chicken…read moreshawarma with pita chips and hummus. The hummus unfortunately had almost no flavor and mostly tasted like plain chickpeas. The pita chips had a nice crisp texture but were very small broken pieces and also lacked seasoning. The shawarma had plenty of chicken and a nice char from the grill, but it wasn't shaved spit style and mostly tasted like garlic. There was very little pickle and no noticeable sauce, which made the sandwich extremely dry overall. The grilled pita was a nice touch, but the flavors didn't quite come together. Hoping they dial in the seasoning a bit because the location and portions have a lot of potential. I eat chicken shawarma at least once a week at various spots and this for me was at the bottom of the list sadly.

A mixed bag...incredible Tikka Masala, but skip the lamb…read more We stopped in for dinner and had two very different experiences with our entrées. The Chicken Tikka Masala was absolute perfection, velvety, creamy, and hit the perfect spice level. The naan was also excellent, fresh and pillowy. However, I was really disappointed with the Lamb Biryani. The meat was unfortunately dry, extremely fatty, and lacked flavor. I'd previously tried the Butter Chicken, which was decent, so there's definitely potential here if you order the right thing. Pros: Massive parking lot and plenty of indoor seating. They have a buffet! (Didn't realize this until we arrived, but a great perk). Food is well-packaged for takeout. Cons: Service over the phone was a bit "prickly" and felt rushed. Pro Tip: Read the menu on DoorDash before ordering; it actually provides much better descriptions of the dishes than their official website or Toast.

Upon entering, the place was clean and the service was friendly, even though there wasn't a…read moredesignated person in the front monitoring customers ready to order. We ordered Paneer Masala, Lamb Curry, naan, and lassi to go. The total came out to just under $60, which I expected to be comparable to other similar places I've tried. I'm from California, so this definitely isn't my first experience with ethnic food. I'm very familiar with these flavors and even cook them myself. Unfortunately, the tadka didn't seem to be cooked long enough because the masala tasted more like Campbell's soup than a traditional curry. We didn't finish the food and ended up ordering from somewhere else. I'm glad I tried it, but personally it wasn't my favorite.

Best fried rice in my opinion. Since I moved from Tampa I wanted to find a good Chinese place that…read moretasted like my home town Chinese flavor this place got me with their fried rice.

I ordered it as spicy as can be. No lie. Like hot. It's MILD at best. Good flavor. But a little on…read morethe chewy side. A lot of food for the money though